Iconic Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding Recipe
This homemade banana pudding combines layers of sweet vanilla wafers, ripe bananas, and rich custard, topped with fluffy meringue for a classic dessert full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk creamy custard base
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar sweetens the custard
- 2 large eggs thickens and enriches the custard
- 3 ripe bananas fresh sweetness
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the flavor
- 1 box vanilla wafers adds crunch and texture
Instructions
- In a saucepan, mix sugar and egg yolks. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened.
- In a serving dish, layer vanilla wafers, banana slices, and warm custard. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue over the pudding and bake at 375°F for 7–10 minutes, until golden brown.
- Cool slightly, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Notes
Use fully ripe bananas for the best sweetness.
Let the pudding cool completely before serving.
Store covered in the fridge for up to 2 days.